2001 Lexus SC vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus SC | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | SC | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
